One-Day Outline

HABIT PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ABLE TO:

Introduction • Identify interdependence as a key element of effectiveness.

• Assess their paradigms, and adopt paradigms of effectiveness.
• Identify areas of their work and personal lives in which they can apply the 7 Habits.

Habit 1: Be Proactive® • Take the initiative to focus on things they can influence, instead of things they cannot.
• Be responsible and accountable for their choices, moods, and actions.
• Respond proactively in stressful or difficult situations.
• Use positive, proactive language.
• Identify things they can control and influence when dealing with problems and challenges.
MORNING

Habit 2: Begin With the • Define their personal vision and values.
End in Mind® • Create a Personal Mission Statement.
• Align personal and work goals to their most important priorities.
• Focus on desired outcomes in work and life.

Habit 3: Put First Things • Prioritize and achieve their most important goals, instead of constantly reacting to urgencies.
First® • Eliminate low priorities and time-wasters.
• Plan every week.
• Use planning tools effectively.
• Use effective time-management skills.

Habit 4: Think Win-Win® • Collaborate more effectively by building relationships of trust and mutual benefit.
• Build an Emotional Bank Account with others.
• Identify wins for all parties in situations of conflict.

Habit 5: Seek First to • Influence others by developing a deeper understanding of their needs and perspectives.
Understand, Then to Be • Apply effective listening skills.
Understood® • Communicate viewpoints effectively.
AFTERNOON

• Give and receive input and feedback productively.

• Apply effective communication skills to the digital world.

Habit 6: Synergize® • Leverage and build on diverse strengths.

• Approach problems and opportunities with creative collaboration.
• Embrace and leverage innovation.

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw® • Build motivation, energy, and work/life balance by making time for renewal activities.
• Integrate continuous improvement and learning into their lives.
• Build capacity to practice the 7 Habits.
• Apply the work-session skills and tools to their lives after the work session.

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